The BABIX holder is an accessory used with the BuckyDiagnost X-ray system. It is used to hold the baby either in a secured or immobilized standing position in front of the X-ray detector during the examination.
FDA Recall Z-0021-2011 · Posted 2010-10-07
Recalling FirmPhilips Medical Systems North America Co. Phillips
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeKPR
Date Initiated2010-09-09
Date Terminated2011-07-22
Product Quantity4 units
Reason for Recall
Potential of broken strands in the main steel cable supporting the accessory holder used with BuckyDiagnost and DigitalDiagnost X-ray systems.
Firm Action
Philips issued URGENT-Device Correction Notice letters dated September 9, 2010 to their consignees identifying the affected products and action to be taken by customers. The letter states that Babix holder used with Philips BuckyDiagnost and DigitalDiagnost X-Ray System - VS Wall Stand Risk of steel cable fracture in the support holder. The consignees are informed that there is a potential of broken strands at the main steel cable within the holder which cannot be recognized by the user. The firm will issue the Field Change Order (FCO) and the Service Engineer will replace the Babix holder.
Consignees can call Philips Call Center at 800-722-9377, #5 (then follow prompts) and reference to FCO 70400038 for the BuckyDiagnost X-ray system and FCO 71200046 for the DigitalDiagnost X-ray system.
Root Cause
Equipment maintenance
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide Distribution in the states of CA, GA, and TN.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.